White on white on white makes a bold décor statement

Originally published July 19, 2016 at 8:43 am

It happened to the color gray, and black has always been a staple. Now it’s time for the color white to shine.

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By Cathy Hobbs

Tribune News Service

White is often ignored as a “color,” being considered more of a background shade. However, white is a color that can create not only a soothing and restful atmosphere, but also an impressive statement.

SHADES OF WHITE

As anyone who has tried to paint a white wall knows, it’s a complex color with dozens of shades. One of the potential challenges is that even a slight change in tone can have a big impact on a space.

Some whites have cool undertones, such as gray, blue or green, while others have more of a warm undertone, such as yellow. When selecting a shade of white for your space, be sure to pay close attention to the colors you plan to place around it.

White and taupe are closely related to each other, and combing them is popular because they blend well with other colors, while also acting as great foundation colors on which to build an entire color palette.
The result is one that feels sophisticated, fresh and luxurious.

Try mixing white and taupe with rich chocolate brown or caramel to create a warm feel.

Want to make a bolder statement? Black is a great choice for bold contrast. Black, like white, is a neutral and adds an element of luxury and elegance.

IDEAL ROOMS

White is perfect for spaces in which you want to create a soothing atmosphere, such as a bedroom. When looking to create a versatile bedroom, you will never go wrong with pure white bedding.

White bedding doesn’t have to be bland. In fact, white or neutral bedding is the darling of the design world in large part because it allows for so much creativity.